Valley Laser Eye Centre was the first clinic in British Columbia to offer IntraLASIK with the Intralase iFS femtosecond laser – a 100% blade-free surgical procedure that has exceptional rates of success. It is an ideal option if you are nearsighted or farsighted, and insist on superior vision correction and safety.
What your surgeon will do
With skilled precision, your surgeon uses a near infrared beam of light to make a flap in your protective corneal tissue, without the use of a blade (as in traditional LASIK procedures). The flap is then lifted and your cornea is reshaped with a second laser.
IntraLASIK FAQs
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Why opt for intraLASIK? |
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IntraLASIK is an extremely safe and reliable form of laser eye surgery. It offers speedy recovery and best-in-class visual outcomes, particularly for people with myopia or hyeropia who are not candidates for treatments with wavefront analysis. |
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How long does it take? |
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IntraLASIK normally takes less than 60 seconds per eye. |
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Does it hurt? |
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IntraLASIK is a painless procedure, and you should experience little to no discomfort following surgery. |
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How long do I have to stay at VLEC after surgery? |
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Following surgery, you will spend approximately 30 minutes in the recovery room and can go home after your eyes are examined. |
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Do I need to be accompanied? |
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Yes. On the day of surgery and for your 24-hour follow-up visit. We kindly ask that your companion wait for you in the comfortable downstairs reception area. |
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Do I need follow-up exams? |
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Yes, 24 hours after surgery, you return to VLEC for your first post-operative examination. Then, you must be examined at one week, one month, three months, six months and twelve months. Your visits can be either at our centre or at your local eye care physician’s office. People should be seen every one or two years afterwards by their usual optometrist to monitor their surgery progress and continued eye health. |
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What is my recovery time? |
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Once you arrive home, you should rest and sleep as much as possible for the first 24 hours. You normally see very well within 24 - 48 hours. Most people can return to work within three to four days following surgery. |
